Chicken Feed Pellet Mill
When faced with a wide array of chicken feed pellet mill and unsure which model to choose, we invite you to give Richi’s pellet machines a try. For years, Richi has consistently prioritized customer needs, continuously refining our manufacturing processes and striving for excellence to drive the iterative advancement of our pellet mills, thereby meeting the diverse demands of the modern market. We are confident that if you choose us, the results-in terms of both cost-efficiency and returns-will truly exceed the sum of their parts.
Customer output : 15t/h
Equipment Introduction
Our pelletizing equipment-centered around the SZLH series ring-die pellet mills-is specifically designed to provide comprehensive nutritional solutions for poultry such as chickens, ducks, and geese; whether you operate a small-scale farm or a large-scale feed mill, we are fully equipped to meet your specific requirements.
The pelletizing system consists of three primary components: a variable-frequency screw feeder, a conditioner, and the pellet mill itself. Unlike most other manufacturers, we exclusively utilize 304 stainless steel materials throughout the construction process; furthermore, we employ an embossing technique that not only ensures the robust quality of the machinery but also endows the product with a distinct aesthetic appeal.
Notably, our heat exchanger features detachable blades mounted on the main shaft for easy replacement. These blades utilize forged frames with an angled design to facilitate material movement. In contrast, most other manufacturers on the market use cast frames, which offer significantly lower wear resistance and strength compared to forged frames.
Structure of Chicken Feed Pellet Mill
Our chicken feed pelletizer features a comprehensive feed production process; through the synergistic operation of its feeding, conditioning, pelletizing, and transmission systems, it efficiently produces high-quality, high-yield, and nutritionally rich feed that fully meets your expectations.
Feeding System
The system employs a variable-frequency motor, allowing you to independently adjust the feeding speed according to your specific requirements. This motor works in conjunction with a reducer to drive a stainless steel screw auger. By combining a variable-pitch structure with a wide-mouth inlet design, the system not only effectively prevents material jamming and clogging but also ensures the hygiene and cleanliness of the material, while facilitating convenient cleaning of the feeder.
Modulation System
Our conditioner has undergone a specialized enlargement and elongation process; consequently, compared to units from other manufacturers, it offers a significantly longer conditioning duration. Furthermore, utilizing a Siemens motor to drive a multi-layered paddle assembly, the machine thoroughly stirs and blends the incoming powder. This process is coupled with steam atomization to humidify and heat the material, thereby ensuring complete gelatinization and softening-measures that effectively enhance both the molding rate and the degree of maturation of the granules.
Pelletizing System
Our pellet mill is powered by a Siemens motor and primarily comprises a ring die (constructed from stainless steel), pressure rollers, a roller assembly, a main shaft, a feed scraper, and a discharge plate. For the ring die, we utilize the premium-grade 42CrMo alloy-the most costly material option available-and subject it to a carburizing heat treatment to significantly enhance its wear resistance. Furthermore, the pelletizer operates with exceptional stability and delivers high torque; you can precisely adjust the clearance between the ring die and the pressure rollers to suit your specific requirements, thereby accommodating various pellet specifications for chicken feed.
Drive System
The entire machine is equipped with a heavy-duty, hard-toothed gearbox, featuring high transmission efficiency, smooth operation, and robust torque output. Additionally, it is fitted with an overload protection device and a bearing lubrication system, which effectively cushion the impact loads generated during the pelletizing process. This ensures stable and reliable power transmission, minimizes faults and wear, extends the service life of the equipment, and meets the demands for continuous, long-duration pelletizing operations.
Parameter Table of Chicken Feed Pellet Mill
Depending on varying production requirements, we primarily offer the following eight models of chicken feed pelletizers. We are confident that you will find a model that meets your satisfaction. Detailed specifications are provided in the table below.
Animal feed production
| Model | SZLH250 | SZLH320 | SZLH350 | SZLH420 | SZLH508 | SZLH558 | SZLH678 | SZLH768 |
| Output (T/H) | 1.0-1.5 | 3.0-4.0 | 5.0-6.0 | 10-12 | 15-16 | 20-22 | 30-33 | 38-40 |
| Main Motor Power (KW) | 22 | 37 | 55 | 110 | 160 | 180/200 | 220/250 | 280/315 |
| Feeder Motor Power (KW) | 0.75 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 2.2 |
| Conditioner Motor Power (KW) | 1.5 | 2.2 | 3 | 7.5 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Finished Pellet Diameter (mm) | 2-12 | |||||||
| Ring Die Diameter (mm) | 250 | 320 | 350 | 420 | 508 | 558 | 678 | 768 |
Advantages of Chicken Feed Pellet Mill
A high-quality device is one that not only stands up to the user experience but also withstands the test of time. We can state with confidence that whenever you have a need, we will strive to meet your requirements; we are certain that you will find the solution you seek right here at Richi.
number one
High Digestibility and Absorption Rate
During the pelleting process, high-temperature conditioning and high-pressure extrusion effectively neutralize anti-nutritional factors present in the raw materials and soften and break down crude fibers. Consequently, the nutritional profile of the feed becomes more balanced and easier for chickens to digest; this significantly enhances both the digestibility and absorption rates of the feed, thereby reducing the burden on the chickens’ intestinal tracts and minimizing nutrient loss.
number two
Hygienic and Safe Feed
During the pelleting process, the high-temperature conditioning and extrusion actions effectively eliminate harmful bacteria-such as E. coli & Salmonella-as well as detrimental substances like molds and insect eggs present in the raw materials, thereby significantly enhancing the hygienic safety of the feed. Furthermore, clean and sanitary feed reduces the risk of intestinal infections, improves chicken survival rates, and safeguards the overall health of the flock.
number three
Low Comprehensive Rearing Costs
From the perspective of long-term farming operations, our pelletizer enables the batch processing of feed, thereby significantly reducing the labor required for ingredient mixing, grinding, and feeding. This lowers labor costs and makes poultry farming more conducive to large-scale, standardized operations. Furthermore, compared to other machines currently available on the market, our equipment is highly durable and boasts a longer service life.
Application of Chicken Feed Pellet Mill
Our chicken feed pellet mills are widely applicable and capable of effectively meeting production requirements of various specifications-if you can imagine it, we can make it happen.
Small and Medium-Sized Poultry Farmers
For family farms, small-to-medium-sized poultry operations, and similar entities, small or medium-sized pellet mills can be utilized to process feed pellets in-house. By flexibly combining ingredients such as corn, soybean meal, wheat bran, and premixes-tailored to your specific farming requirements-you can create customized chicken feed formulations that effectively reduce feed procurement costs.
Poultry Feed Factories
Depending on market demand, you can produce pelleted feed in various formulations and specifications-such as specialized feeds for chicks, fattening poultry, laying hens, and breeding stock-thereby satisfying a diverse range of purchasing requirements. Furthermore, the pelleted feed is easy to package, store, and transport, facilitating large-scale mass production and enabling you to enhance both your production efficiency and market competitiveness.
Specialized Breeding Cooperatives
If you operate a professional livestock breeding cooperative, this pellet mill is well worth a try,which enables centralized feed formulation and production, effectively standardizing both feed recipes and pellet quality to ensure consistent breeding results for all members. Furthermore, this equipment offers flexible production capacity and stable operation, allowing it to fully meet the cooperative’s centralized feed supply requirements while simultaneously reducing the costs associated with purchasing external feed.
Complete chicken Feed Production Processing
The complete chicken feed processing workflow includes raw material cleaning, crushing, mixing, pelletizing, cooling, and packaging.
Raw Material Cleaning Section
Raw materials enter the cleaning system via a bucket elevator; after impurities are removed by a cylindrical pre-cleaning screen and a permanent magnetic drum, the materials are distributed into the grinding bins using a rotary distributor.
Grinding Section
Following the cleaning process, the raw materials are precisely fed via a variable-frequency feeder into an SFSP water drop hammer mill.Here, raw materials-such as corn, soybean meal, wheat bran, rice bran, rapeseed meal, and cottonseed meal-are ground in accordance with specific formulation requirements, and are then conveyed to the subsequent processing stage via a wind-proof screw conveyor.
Automatic Batching & Mixing Section
The pulverized material is controlled by an intelligent batching scale; under strict oversight ensuring an error margin of less than 3%, the precisely weighed material is fed into a mixer, and subsequently conveyed by a bucket elevator to the pre-granulation silo.
Pelletizing Section
A variable-frequency feeder conveys the material into a conditioner, where it undergoes thorough contact with steam to raise its temperature to 70-80°C. The conditioned material then passes through a chute into the core pelletizing chamber, where it is extruded and formed under the high-intensity pressure generated between the ring die and the press rollers. Subsequently, a flat cutter precisely severs the material into pellets of the desired length. The formed pellets then proceed into a post-conditioner to further extend the gelatinization time.
Cooling Section
Pellets at elevated temperatures are unsuitable for packaging and transport; they must therefore be fed via a rotary airlock into a counter-flow cooler, where ambient air is utilized to cool the pellets to approximately room temperature.
Screening & Packaging Section
The cooled granules are returned by an elevator to the rotary grading screen; after passing through the screen, they enter the finished product bin.Finally, the finished granular product is automatically weighed by a packaging scale equipped with mechanical mechanisms and a microcomputer control system; following weighing, the bags are sealed using a thermal sealing machine.
Project Cases
Thanks to its high quality and excellent reputation, Richi’s chicken feed pelletizer has become the preferred choice for numerous customers.
●Uzbekistan
Chicken Feed Pelletizer Project
Background: In July 2025, we successfully delivered a poultry feed production line to a client in Uzbekistan. The core equipment of this line is a chicken feed pelletizer with a capacity of 1-2 tons per hour.
- Model: SZLH250
- Capacity: 1–2t/h
- Main Motor Power: 22kW
- Pellet Diameter: 1-2mm (Chick Feed); 3mm/4mm (Broiler/Laying Hen Feed)
●Colombia
Poultry Feed Pelletizer Project
Background: Colombia ranks as the third-largest poultry producer in Latin America, with its poultry meat market maintaining a steady annual growth rate of 5%. Our client acquired our chicken feed pellet mill to capitalize on the expansion opportunities within this industry.
- Model: SZLH320
- Capacity: 3–4t/h
- Main Motor Power:37kW
- Pellet Diameter: 1–2mm (Chick Feed); 3mm/4mm/6mm(Broiler/Layer Feed)
●Mexico
Poultry Feed Pelletizer Project
Background: The client planned to construct a large-scale feed mill to process locally sourced, low-cost raw materials (corn, wheat, and soybean meal) into high-quality feed pellets, thereby capturing the local poultry feed market.
- Model: SZLH508
- Capacity: 10t/h
- Main Motor Power: 160kW
- Pellet Diameter: 2–6mm (Suitable for chick feed for breeder hens, layers, and broilers)
●Papua
Application of Richi Feed Pellet Mill in Afghanistan
Background:As a major poultry-producing nation in Southeast Asia, Vietnam witnesses a continuous year-on-year increase in demand for high-quality, cost-effective poultry feed. Our client-a large local breeding cooperative-purchased our chicken feed pellet production line to achieve feed self-sufficiency and reduce breeding costs.
- Model: SZLH350
- Capacity: 5–6t/h
- Main Motor Power: 55kW
- Pellet Diameter: 2mm(Chick Feed);3mm/4mm(Broiler/Layer Feed);5mm/6mm (Indigenous Chicken Feed)
Customized Solutions
We can provide you with customized services to meet your diverse needs.
Precision Pelletizing Solution for Chick Rearing
Since the digestive systems of young birds are not yet fully developed, this solution utilizes low-compression-ratio ring dies and low-temperature conditioning processes to precisely control pellet diameters within the 1.5-2.5 mm range, while simultaneously enhancing pellet uniformity and fineness.
High-Density Pelletizing for Rapid Broiler Fattening
To meet the rapid growth requirements of broilers, this solution employs high-compression-ratio ring dies and intensified conditioning processes to increase pellet density. Furthermore, the roller structure is optimized to ensure high-yield, stable operation, resulting in pellets that are more compact and durable for transport.
Adaptive Pelletizing Solution for High-Fiber Formulations
Addressing the difficulty of pelletizing high-fiber, low-binding raw materials, this solution features custom-designed ring dies with specific compression ratios. By integrating steam conditioning and liquid additive systems, it effectively enhances raw material binding properties and improves the pellet formation rate.
Energy-Efficient, Continuous Pelletizing Solution
Through the optimization of the transmission system and conditioning efficiency-combined with the use of high-efficiency motors and intelligent control systems-this solution achieves low energy consumption and ensures stable, long-duration continuous operation.
About RICHI Machinery
Based in China and serving global markets, RICHI Machinery is a global manufacturer and engineering service provider specializing in pellet production equipment and complete processing systems. From feed, biomass, and organic fertilizer to cat litter and agricultural waste recycling, we help customers build efficient, reliable, and scalable production solutions tailored to their raw materials, capacity requirements, and market goals. With projects delivered across multiple industries and countries, our focus is always on practical performance, long-term operation, and customer success.
Advanced Engineering & Intelligent Manufacturing
Driven by technology and manufacturing expertise, RICHI integrates process engineering, equipment R&D, intelligent manufacturing, and project delivery into one complete service system. Our modern production facilities, precision machining capabilities, and experienced technical team allow us to provide customized equipment, complete plant design, automation integration, installation guidance, and ongoing technical support. From single machines to fully integrated production lines, we deliver solutions designed for stability, efficiency, and sustainable production growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Approximately how much does your company’s chicken feed pelletizer cost?
You get what you pay for; our pricing varies depending on the specific model of the pellet mill. For instance: the SZLH250 is priced between $7,000 and $9,000; the SZLH320 ranges from $10,000 to $13,000; the SZLH350 is priced between $14,000 and $18,000; and the SZLH508 ranges from $30,000 to $38,000.
What about your after-sales service?
We offer 12 months warranty covering non-artificial damage such as product defects. After the warranty period, we provide lifelong maintenance service charging only spare parts cost.
Do you provide installation guidance or overseas engineer services?
We can dispatch engineers to the site under specific terms and conditions to provide professional installation, commissioning and operation training for global customers, ensuring your team can operate the equipment skillfully and independently for long-term reliable production.
What is the standard production capacity (t/h) of your company’s chicken feed pellet mills? Is this capacity adjustable?
Our chicken feed pellet mills offer a wide production capacity range of 1 to 40 tons per hour; the specific standard output depends on the model you select (e.g., SZLH420,SZLH508,SZLH678,etc.). All models are equipped with variable-frequency feeders and conditioners. By adjusting the feeding speed, steam injection volume, and ring die rotation speed, the production capacity can be steplessly regulated to flexibly meet the requirements of various production schedules.
How adaptable are your chicken feed pellet mills to different feed formulations? How convenient is it to adjust the machine when switching between formulations? (For example: high-fiber poultry feed, high-protein broiler feed.)
Our chicken feed pellet mills perform exceptionally well when processing common formulations, such as high-fiber poultry feed and high-protein broiler feed.
Automated Core:Key process parameters-including batching, mixing, and pelleting-are automatically controlled via PLC/computer systems, ensuring both formulation precision and process stability;
Manpower Requirements:A medium-sized production line (producing 10–15 tons per hour) typically requires only 2-3 operators to handle central control room monitoring and necessary routine inspections; this significantly reduces both the reliance on skilled labor and overall labor costs;
Advanced Options: We offer intelligent solutions featuring capabilities such as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), production data traceability, and remote fault diagnostics;
When switching between feed formulations, it is typically necessary to make corresponding adjustments to the ring die compression ratio, cutter position, and conditioning parameters. Operators who have undergone professional training can complete these parameter adjustments quickly and efficiently.
What materials are the ring dies and press rollers made of?
The ring dies and press roller assemblies in our chicken feed pellet mills are manufactured using high-chromium alloy steel (42CrMo). These components undergo a rigorous treatment process involving carburizing, quenching, and precision grinding. As a result, their wear resistance is enhanced by more than 50% compared to components made from standard materials.
